Recall 11V398000 - Power Steering Hose Routing

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Chevrolet/Impala 2012

MANUFACTURER: General Motors LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: August 05, 2011

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V398000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, and Connections

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 10,344

SUMMARY:
GM is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2011, through July 29, 2011. The upper power steering hose may have been misrouted so that it can come in close proximity to and/or contact the catalytic converter. With the engine on, heat from the catalytic converter may melt the power steering hose.

CONSEQUENCE:
Power steering fluid could flow onto the catalytic converter, and an engine compartment fire could occur.

REMEDY:
GM dealers will inspect to ensure that the upper power steering hose is routed correctly and make the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on September 5, 2011. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

NOTES:
GM'S safety recall campaign number is 11224. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.